Several historical events related to the Oregon coast occurred on or around January 5th. Notably, on January 5, 1855, the first ship built in Tillamook County made its maiden voyage, and on January 5, 1846, the U.S. House of Representatives voted on a resolution regarding the Oregon Territory.
Key events on or around January 5th in Oregon coast history include:
•1846: U.S. House action on Oregon Territory On January 5, 1846, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a resolution calling for an end to the “free and open” joint occupation of the Oregon Territory with Great Britain, asserting the American claim to the entire region up to the 49th parallel.